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Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Delicious Club Sandwich Pasta Salad for Summer Gatherings

This Club Sandwich Pasta Salad combines crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh veggies, making it a perfect make-ahead dish for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Tri-color Pasta Rotini or fusilli can be used instead.
For the Cheese
  • 8 oz Cheddar Cheese Consider using Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist.
For the Freshness
  • 2 cups Tomato Cherry tomatoes work beautifully if you prefer sweetness.
  • 1 cup Romaine Lettuce Chopped into strips.
For the Protein
  • 6 oz Bacon Pre-made real bacon bits can save you time.
  • 4 oz Ham (lunch meat) Feel free to swap with turkey breast or chicken.
  • 4 oz Turkey (lunch meat) Substitute with any deli meat of your choice.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Using bottled ranch dressing can simplify prep.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the tri-color pasta in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare ingredients by dicing cheese, slicing ham and turkey, chopping lettuce, and halving tomatoes if needed.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the cheese, lettuce, ham, turkey, bacon, and tomatoes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and ranch seasoning together until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. Before serving, stir the salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add chopped lettuce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 860mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Make the salad a day in advance for optimal flavor. Keep lettuce crisp by adding it just before serving. If the salad appears dry after chilling, add more mayonnaise or dressing.

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